English Teacher

Tangaroa College; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Collaborative school culture

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tangaroa College seeks a passionate English teacher to join our English Department. You will deliver engaging lessons, foster inclusive classrooms and contribute to departmental planning, while using digital tools to enhance learning across Years 9–13.

You will be a fully registered teacher committed to student achievement, collaboration and ongoing professional growth within a culturally diverse school community.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to foster inclusive and culturally responsive classrooms.
• Strong planning and delivery of engaging English lessons.
• Commitment to student achievement and ongoing professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons aligned to the New Zealand Curriculum.
• Build inclusive, culturally responsive classrooms for Years 9–13.
• Collaborate with colleagues on department planning and professional discussions.
• Reflect on practice using student learning evidence and feedback.
• Incorporate digital tools and AI to enhance teaching and learning.
• Maintain high expectations for achievement, engagement, and behaviour.

Skills

Relationship building

Inclusive classroom practice

Lesson planning and delivery

Digital learning integration

Team collaboration

Education

Fully registered teacher

Job description

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
English

Tangaroa College is a vibrant, culturally diverse and forward-thinking learning community committed to achieving positive outcomes for every student.

We are seeking a passionate, proactive and committed English teacher to join our English Department. The successful applicant will be an engaging classroom practitioner who brings well-planned lessons to life.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Builds strong relationships and creates an inclusive, culturally responsive classroom where every student feels valued and supported.
• Maintains high expectations for student achievement, engagement and behaviour, while providing the guidance and support students need to succeed.
• Plans and delivers engaging lessons that promote critical thinking, creativity, literacy development and a genuine love of English.
• Collaborates effectively with colleagues, shares ideas and resources, and contributes positively to departmental planning and professional discussions.
• Reflects on and develops their practice, using student learning evidence and feedback to strengthen teaching and improve outcomes.
• Embraces innovation and digital learning tools, including appropriate use of technology and AI to enhance teaching and learning.
• Demonstrates sound knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum and a commitment to effective teaching and learning across Years 9–13.

What we offer

• A supportive, collaborative and culturally rich school environment.
• The opportunity to work alongside dedicated colleagues who are committed to student success.
• Opportunities for professional learning, development and ongoing growth as an educator.
• The chance to contribute ideas, share expertise and help shape effective English teaching and learning programmes.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the educational journeys of our young people.

Who should apply?

This position would suit a fully registered teacher who is passionate about English, committed to student achievement, and eager to contribute to a department that values collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.

Teach with purpose. Inspire with passion. Make a lasting difference.

Connect, Reflect, Respect, Strive